Principal System Dev Engineer, Fire TV Partner Engineering

Amazon Devices team is seeking a Principal System Dev Engineer for their Fire TV Partner Engineering team. This role is crucial in scaling the launch of 3P Fire TVs (Smart Connected TVs) globally through partnerships with ODMs/OEMs. The position combines deep technical expertise in Android/Linux systems with partner collaboration to deliver high-quality consumer electronics products.

The role involves working with the FTV-3P team, which focuses on launching a full portfolio of Fire TVs across different segments (entry level, mid-level, premium) worldwide. As a Principal Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing new features, optimizing system performance, and ensuring successful integration of partner technologies. The position requires extensive experience in Android system development, Linux kernel development, and hardware integration.

The ideal candidate will join a global engineering organization (FTV Partner Engineering) that spans multiple functions and geographies, united by the goal of delivering 3P devices at scale. The team's mission emphasizes partner collaboration, leveraging unique strengths in app certifications, live certifications, and non-store mode experiences.

This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned system developer who enjoys working directly with hardware, thrives in a dynamic environment, and has a proven track record of technical leadership. The role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge consumer electronics while contributing to Amazon's growing device ecosystem.